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Vertical Integration of Providers Top Consolidation Trend | Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey
A solid majority of respondents said vertical integration among providers is the consolidation trend that is most likely to accelerate this year.
COVID-19 Attitude Check: Worry About Long COVID-19, Confidence in Vaccines and Antivirals | Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey
Most of the respondents believe vaccination and antivirals have turned COVID-19 into manageable disease, but there is concern about long COVID-19.
From Fee for Service to Value-Based Care. Well, There’s a Ways to a Go Yet | Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey
The survey also showed that many believe value-based care is being gamed and that chances that it will be successful are small.
Optimism vs. Pessimism: The Glass Half Full Is Larger | Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey
Thirty-seven percent of the respondents rated themselves as optimistic about the near-term future of U.S. healthcare.
Insurtechs Are Pulling Back
After some go-go years, Bright Health, Oscar and Clover Health are leaving some markets.
Inflation’s Toll: Some Serious Consequences, But Maybe a Silver Lining | Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey
Higher costs for employers and consumers, major layoffs, a decline in the quality of care are some consequences seen by respondents to the Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry survey. Investment in technology that will improve efficiency might be a silver lining.
CMS Grades 21 Payment Models
The nine models geared toward acute and specialty care produced better results than the 12 that focused on primary care and population health.
Healthcare Disparity Efforts: Some Doubts, Stronger Incentives Needed | Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey
Survey shows some support but also some doubt about how effective the efforts will be. A sizable minority (43%) of respondents indicated that they believe stronger incentives are needed.
Remote Care Technology Top Pick for ’23 Impact | Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey
In the political and policy arena, respondents see implementation of the Inflation Recovery Act as having a major effect this year.
Connecticut Bucks the Medicaid Managed Care Trend
Most states have contracted with insurers to manage their Medicaid programs. Connecticut uses administrative services only contracts and a variety of means to manage the care.
’Tis the Year of the Humira Biosimilars
As many as 10 Humira biosimilars may be on the U.S. market before 2023 is over. AbbVie has taken several steps to protect its revenues, including the launches of Skyrizi and Rinvoq.
Managed Healthcare Executive® State of the Industry Survey Results, Part 1
Respondents ranked labor shortages and closing healthcare disparities the highest when asked what about most important issues facing U.S. healthcare in 2023.
Bipartisan Agreement on Health Policy is Possible
Experts say Democrats and Republicans could work together on telehealth, mental health and physician payment issues in 2023.
For ALS Treatments, Three Genes are Targets
Dozens of gene mutations associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis have been identified. Drug developers have homed in on a trio of genes.
What to Look for in Health Tech in 2023
Preventive care, health insurance literacy and a digital health shakeout are in the crystal ball.
